CANCER GENETICS PROGRAM

Hereditary Cancer Risk Assessment Services

To make an appointment or for more information, please

call 210-450-GENE (4363)

Insurance Coverage, Confidentiality and Genetic Legislation

• Insurance companies often cover genetic counseling and genetic testing services.

• The cost of genetic counseling depends on the complexity of the appointment and the number of appointments.

• Genetic testing is optional and costs vary by the gene analyzed and the laboratory used; these costs are separate from genetic counseling fees. Insurance preauthorization can be obtained for many genetic tests.

• Federal legislation prohibits the use of genetic information to determine coverage and eligibility related to individual or group health insurance plans and employment. (Genetic Information Non-discrimination Act, www.genome.gov/24519851).

To prevent and promote early detection of cancer, know your risk.

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CANCER GENETICS PROGRAM

What We Do• Conduct detailed genetic evaluations, including

a review of family history and risk assessment

• Coordinate genetic testing, when needed, and explain what the results of a genetic test means for the patient and family members

• Provide personalized cancer screening recommendations

• Recommend cancer risk-reduction options

• Offer up-to-date information on research opportunities in cancer treatment

Who We AreOur team of experts includes radiologists, plastic surgeons, surgical oncologists, medical oncologists, genetic counselors, gastroenterologists, endocrinologists and gynecologic oncologists who follow individuals at increased risk for developing specific types of cancers.

We provide personalized cancer risk assessment and management recommendations to individuals and families in San Antonio, Central and South Texas communities.

Our goal is to prevent cancer or, detect cancer as early as possible by caring for individuals at increased risk.

Answer these questions to see if you may need a consultation with us.1. Does cancer seem to run in your family?

2. Have you and/or any close relatives (parents, siblings, children, aunts/uncles, grandparents) had any of the following cancers:

• Breast • Melanoma• Colon • Medullary or Papillary Thyroid• Ovarian • Prostate• Uterine • Sarcoma• Pancreatic • Gastric

3. Were you or any of your relatives who had cancer diagnosed under age 50?

4. Have you or any of your relatives had more than one cancer diagnosis?

5. Are you of Ashkenazi Jewish ancestry?

If ...• You have answered yes to more than one of the

questions above OR

• Any of your relatives have a known cancer – related gene mutation OR

• You are concerned about hereditary cancer risk …

Contact the Cancer Genetics Program to schedule an appointment for your personalized risk assessment at 210-450-GENE (4363).

The Cancer Genetics Program is a partnership between UT Medicine, the Cancer Therapy & Research Center (CTRC) and University Health System.

Hereditary CancersCancer is common, affecting about 1 out of every 3 people in their lifetime. In a small but important number of cases (5-10%), the cancer is due to a genetic change that is being passed down in the family.

Individuals with an increased risk of developing cancer due to hereditary factors may benefit from additional screening, surveillance, and other risk reducing strategies.

Our cancer screening and prevention program offers comprehensive cancer risk assessments and risk reduction strategies to individuals who are found to have a higher risk for cancer due to hereditary or genetic factors.

210-450-GENE (4363)